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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Civil Rights and Domestic Violence for Nevada on
Q: I was granted temp custody in a tpo case in california. No other custody order was made and nevada became kids resident

I allowed extrnded visitation due to covid and to avoid stress on kids. Husband doesnt allow constant contact now and a child support lawsuit had been filed against me. What do i do? Do i file here in nevada or there in california?

Janice Jacovino
Janice Jacovino
answered on Nov 18, 2020

Where to file depends a few factors.

- If you already have an open case then file where you have the open case.

- If you had a prior case that decided custody then you will either need to file in that state or file to domesticate/register your prior order in the new state. Once...
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Q: What form i need to fill out the get custody of my daughter? She is 16 years old.

I move to Vegas 7 months ago, she move with me 3 months ago, my case in San Diego. Can I fill out the paperwork from where i live?

Janice Jacovino
Janice Jacovino
answered on Oct 28, 2020

You can file in California to modify the current custody order.

Once your daughter has been in Nevada for 6 months. You can file a Petition for Registration of an Out of State Custody Order in Nevada. Once the Petition has been approved/ordered by the court, then you can file to modify the...
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Q: I’m a single mom, never been married, would like to file for full custody of my children. What are my options?

I tried to file my the court packet myself, but it was rejected because I filled it out wrong. I then went to mediation with my children’s father to figure out custody agreements but then he didn’t follow through with mediation. He’s unhealthy and unstable and addict. How can I do this... View More

Bonnie M Lonardo
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Bonnie M Lonardo
answered on Sep 28, 2020

The most economical legal aid option would be to seek guidance from your local Family Law help center. However, having much experience in Family Law and Child Custody cases, I strongly recommend that any case involving children be represented by an experienced Family Law attorney. Child Custody and... View More

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Q: If a non-custodial dad is asking for the SSN of his children, is the custodial mom obligated to give it?

Shouldn't a father already have that information? Why should the mother give it to him, especially if the two have ongoing legal issues, and the mother doesn't know why he needs it? Is the mother legally obligated to give it to him without a court order? It's just more work for her.

Bonnie M Lonardo
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Bonnie M Lonardo
answered on Sep 14, 2020

The child’s social security number and use of it is most often a matter of legal custody. If the parents share legal custody, then both parents would need to be involved and provide their approval for any important matters in which a social security number would be necessary (i.e. decisions... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Nevada on
Q: I have 50/50 parental custody with my ex spouse she wants my son to go back to day care Monday I dont think thats a good
Bonnie M Lonardo
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Bonnie M Lonardo
answered on Aug 25, 2020

This situation is a matter of legal custody. While the parents may have 50/50 physical custody and spend equal physical time with the child, when it comes to this type of decision making for the child, these are aspects of legal custody. If the parents have 50/50 legal custody, then any decision... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Divorce for Nevada on
Q: I need a divorce and I have a year in a half son with the person I got married to.
Bonnie M Lonardo
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Bonnie M Lonardo
answered on Aug 19, 2020

Since there are children involved, I would highly recommend seeking an experienced Family Law attorney to make sure your rights and interests are well represented. Once Child Custody and Child Support arrangements are ordered by the court, they can be difficult and expensive to modify. My position... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Divorce and Family Law for Nevada on
Q: Can the father of my child take full custody while being in prision?

The father of my child sent me a divorce letter via mail while he is locked up (he still locked up) He was never a responsible father, didn’t payed child support (he only twice and not the right amount) in fact that’s the reason why he’s a jail. In reality I want nothing to do with him, I... View More

Bonnie M Lonardo
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Bonnie M Lonardo
answered on Aug 7, 2020

A parent cannot have physical custody of a child when incarcerated. If anything, it is more likely that the court may award the custodial parent full or sole custody, if not permanently, at least temporarily while the other parent is incarcerated. The only possible custody the incarcerated parent... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Juvenile Law and Social Security for Nevada on
Q: Can a parent with no parental rights refuse to give you your SSN and birth certificate?

I live in California

Scott F Bocchio
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answered on Mar 17, 2020

Even if they refuse you can go to a local SS Office or order a birth certificate online or visit your local City Hall in the town you were born in.

Hope this helps.

Sincerely

Attorney Scott F. Bocchio

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Nevada on
Q: My daughter has resided with me for the past 3 years, what are my rights as a father.

My daughter has stayed with her mother when her mother came around. The first 2 years she only stayed with her mom 3 days or less some times none a month during the 2 years. Recently she has been going with her 3-6 days every other week. I have been trying to keep my daughter from going with her... View More

Kristofer D. Leavitt
Kristofer D. Leavitt
answered on Jan 26, 2018

It sounds as if there is no custody arrangement in place (or else custody would be handled by the agreement). You have at least two options. First, you could voluntarily come up with a parenting agreement between you and the mother, but it sounds like finding a mutual agreement is unlikely.... View More

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Q: How do I get partial custody to have extended periods of time with my child who my wife has taken out of state.

I’m in a legal separation, my wife went on what I thought was a quick trip to see her family and ended up not coming back. She then filed for legal separation. I have had one hearing already and the judge when I asked for my wife to be ordered to return with my child because I did not give... View More

Kristofer D. Leavitt
Kristofer D. Leavitt
answered on Jan 26, 2018

You will need to seek an temporary or permanent order from the judge. You may be able to do this within the legal separation proceedings or you may need to start formal divorce/child custody proceedings.

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